#WSJsakura: Pictures of Cherry Blossom Season in Japan Part I

Last week, Japan Real Time invited our readers to share pictures of sakura cherry blossoms in bloom using the hashtag #WSJsakura. With the Japan Meteorological Agency announcing Sunday that the flowers are now in full bloom in Tokyo, here are some of the great photos we have gathered so far.

@picasso1108 shared a photo taken on March 28 at Tokyo’s Meguro river. “Lots of dogs were taking a stroll,” according to the Twitter user.

Please continue sharing your pictures with us on Instagram or Twitter by adding #WSJsakura to your text. We will publish some of the best images on our website or share them on social networks. Click here for some of the best photos from the 2014 season.

Please read the following instructions:

1. Take pictures featuring cherry blossoms.

2. Share the photos on Instagram or Twitter with hashtag #WSJsakura.

3. Include your name, date, and the location you took the photo in the text.

4. We will create a special post featuring the best photos provided by the readers.

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